Exhibitions

On View Now

Coinciding with the Black Panther Party's 50th anniversary in October 2016, the exhibition All Power to the People presents a contemporary view on the legacy of this visionary group, told from multiple perspectives.

Celebrate the Golden State Warriors’ 2015 NBA Championship and 2015-16 record-breaking season in this installation in the Gallery of California History. Get up close with authentic 2015 championship memorabilia and items worn by individual players.

This exhibition takes a look at the wildly diverse and intricate world of one of the most important creatures to human agriculture and the natural environment, through family-friendly experiences, hands-on activities, and media.

Upcoming Exhibitions

A fashion staple and cultural icon, sneakers are worn by millions of people and seem to transcend generations and socioeconomic status. Explore the significance, complex design history, and evolution of these shoes in Out of the Box: The Rise of Sneaker Culture, the first exhibition of its kind in the United States, opening at OMCA in December 2016.

Roy De Forest's vibrant works present playful visions that take us on a trip into alternative realities. Explore dream-like and sometimes humorous works, including large, colorful paintings and sculptures spanning thea artist's career, and drift deeper with character guides, listening stations, and hands-on social experiences.

Presenting approximately 100 photographs to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the artist’s gift of her personal archive to the Oakland Museum of California, this exhibition takes a unique approach to a beloved American photographer by examining how her artistry and advocacy swayed minds and prompted significant change in this nation’s history.